Mom, What's For Dinner?

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?We are reposting this episode as your reminder about the basics of breastmilk composition, the benefits of breastfeeding for mom and baby, and some fun facts about breastmilk. With all of the misinformation on this topic out there in the world we felt like it was time to set the record straight and expand into the world of new parents and breastfeeding. Additional Resources: Breastfeeding Benefits CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/nccdphp/dnpao/features/breastfeeding-benefits/index.html#:~:text=Breastfed%20babies%20have%20a%20lower,the%20mother%20with%20her%20baby.  Nutrition Through the Lifecycle by Judith E BrownLactoferrrin: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC6165050/ AAP recommendations for Breastfeeding: https://www.aap.org/en/patient-care/newborn-and-infant-nutrition/newborn-and-infant-breastfeeding/#:~:text=For%20the%20best%20health%20outcomes,and%20beyond%20as%20mutually%20desired.  Additional Compisition information:https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC9110848/ Maternal Diet and Breastfeeding by the CDC: https://www.cdc.gov/breastfeeding-special-circumstances/hcp/diet-micronutrients/maternal-diet.html#:~:text=A%20low%20to%20moderate%20amount,coffee%20or%20more%20per%20day.  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?In this repost we are revisiting our seasonal produce and recipe series to get you into the spring spirit and to hopefully bring some nice weather your way! Additional Resources: Check out the USDA seasonal produce guide here: https://snaped.fns.usda.gov/resources/nutrition-education-materials/seasonal-produce-guide/spring Find Jen’s cookbook Fueling Families here: https://jenbelangernutrition.com/product/fueling-families/  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?Reposting this episode because the price of groceries just seems to be rising and we are all feeling it! Whenever I leave the grocery store I feel that burning hole in my pocket. We are coming at you with some quick and easy tips for cooking healthy on a budget. We are big foodies here as I am sure our listeners know, so we love making delicious food that is also budget friendly!  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?In this repost we are talking about the rise of energy drink consumption (and even coffee!) in our kids, we felt it was time to dedicate an episode specifically to caffeine in children. We'll tell you some of the hidden sources of caffeine to look out for and we will also walk you through some of the most popular energy drinks among kids and teens today, including Celsius, Alani Nu, and pre-workout supplements.Additional Links:Caffeine and children AACAP: https://www.aacap.org/AACAP/Families_and_Youth/Facts_for_Families/FFF-Guide/Caffeine_and_Children-131.aspx#:~:text=At%20this%20time%2C%20pediatricians%20advise,those%2012%2D18%20years%20old. Hidden Caffeine: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/teen/nutrition/Pages/Hidden-Caffeine.aspx?_gl=1*aj0kzh*_ga*MTU4MDY0NjAyNy4xNzEyNzUyMTA4*_ga_FD9D3XZVQQ*MTcxODE5ODM1NC43LjEuMTcxODE5ODM3Ny4wLjAuMA.. Children and drinks with caffeine and sugar AAP: https://publications.aap.org/aapnews/news/27276/Children-should-avoid-drinks-with-sugar-caffeine?autologincheck=redirected Caffeine in energy drinks: https://www.eatingwell.com/caffeinated-drinks-ranked-by-caffeine-levels-8607309 Can kids safely use supplements?: https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/is-it-safe-for-my-kid-to-take-supplements Caffeine Consumption in Children: A Systematic Review: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC7177467/  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?There is so much to cover on this important topic including what it is prediabetes and what is happening in the body when we develop prediabetes. We also talk about some of the typical lifestyle changes that Jen suggests to clients to help them manage and improve their health when they are living with prediabetes. Additional resources: Abbott on Prediabetes: https://www.nutritionnews.abbott/nutrition-care/chronic-conditions/tips-for-reducing-prediabetes-risk-in-adolescents-and-young-adults/#:~:text=Prediabetes%20is%20increasingly%20affecting%20children,diagnosis%20can%20oftentimes%20be%20reversed. Children's hospital of Philadelphia: https://www.chop.edu/news/health-tip/prediabetes-what-you-should-know#:~:text=According%20to%20the%20CDC%2C%201,development%20of%20Type%202%20diabetes.  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?Sometimes wanting to eat "clean" can turn into an unhealthy obsession with label reading, scouring ingredient lists, and anxiety over every morsel of food eaten. Our episode on this condition, called orthorexia, is a must listen for parents and teens alike.  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?Reposting these lunch ideas to give you some fun new lunch ideas to get you through the mid-winter slump. All of our ideas in this episode are nut-free so they are safe for those with allergies and school-friendly. Links: Visit the Mom, What’s For Dinner Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/momwhatsfordinnerpod?igshid=YzVkODRmOTdmMw== Shop The Ultimate Guide to Creative Snacks here: https://jenbelangernutrition.com/product/album/  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?The last week of February is Eating Disorders Awareness Week, so we are reposting a couple of important episodes so parents can spot disordered eating habits and eating disorders.  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?Reposting these quick and easy tips for parents to be healthy role models for their children, to help them build healthy habits starting from a young age. Additional Links:Being a Healthy Role Model: https://www.dhs.gov/employee-resources/news/2022/03/17/be-healthy-role-model-children#:~:text=Go%20grocery%20shopping%20together.,not%20eat%20it%20at%20home. Listen to our “Promoting Healthy Food and Body Relationships” episode here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2202632/13179197 Listen to our “Division of Responsibility” episode here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2202632/14169525 Listen to our “Benefits of Family Meals: episode here: https://www.buzzsprout.com/2202632/13194449  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?Following our last repost on immunity up with our episode on multivitamins. If you have ever questioned if you child should be taking a multivitamin or wondered if you should keep your child on their multivitamin then this one is for you. In this episode we look at a research study that investigated multivitamins for kids and if they actually meet the nutrient needs of our children. Multivitamins can be expensive and they're all slightly different; it can be hard to choose the right one. We'll give you the 411 and tell you if a multivitamin is the right choice for your child. Additional Links: Read “Do Multivitamins/ Mineral Dietary Supplements for Young Children Fill Critical Nutrient Gaps” here: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/34687947/#:~:text=Most%20MVMs%20contained%20many%20of,in%20intakes%20and%20avoid%20excess. Vitamin E deficiencies in the US: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK519051/ Vitamin Food sources: https://ods.od.nih.gov/factsheets/VitaminC-HealthProfessional/#h3  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?Since we are in one of the worst flu seasons we have had in years, we figured it was a good time to repost our immunity episode and give you some important reminders about all things immunity. We'll define immunity, discuss how we build our immune systems, and let you know how you can help your child strengthen their immune system. Everyone stay healthy! Additional Links: How Much Sleep Do Babies and Kids Need?: https://www.sleepfoundation.org/children-and-sleep/how-much-sleep-do-kids-needHow Your Baby’s Immune System Develops: https://www.pregnancybirthbaby.org.au/how-your-babys-immune-system-develops#:~:text=A%20baby%E2%80%99s%20immune%20system%20is,last%203%20monthsThe 411 on Immunity- https://jenbelangernutrition.com/building-immunity-in-infancy/  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?On this week's episode we are putting our new CLC to work! Izzy is going to use all of her knowledge as a CLC to teach us about how milk supply is established after birth, answer some common questions about milk supply, and bust some myths you might have heard online about milk supply and how to increase it. Then Izzy is going to touch on some science backed ways to increase your milk supply that actually work. If you have any questions about milk supply or would like breastfeeding support you can reach out through our website to set up a breastfeeding consultation with Izzy using the contact page in our website or by clicking here. Additional Resources: LactMed on Fenugreek: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501779/#:~:text=Fenugreek%20has%20been%20used%20in,diarrhea%20and%20flatulence%20may%20occur. NIH on Fenugreek: https://www.nccih.nih.gov/health/fenugreek Systematic Review of Herbal Galactogogues: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/23468043/ Effectiveness of Lactation Cookies on Human Milk Production: a RCT https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/36921902/ LactMed Resources for Looking up Supplements and Medications: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK501922/  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?In this episode, we are having a conversation with one of our dietitians at Jen Belanger Nutrition…Liz. Before Liz came to work for us at Jen Belanger Nutrition, she worked as a nutritionist for the Kansas City Royals. Liz is going to talk to us about everything sports, including those higher intensity and more serious teen athletes with higher nutrition needs. She also gives us her opinion on sports drinks and if they do actually have a place in sports.  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?We know the time between Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's is chaotic and full of holiday parties, running around, and unfortunately, for most usually a sickness or two. In this Winter Holiday Survival Guide, we are going to give you all of our tips for getting through this crazy (and wonderful) time of year. Additional resources: Listen to our Hydration episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mom-whats-for-dinner/id1695946706?i=1000668142237 Listen to our On the go Meals episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mom-whats-for-dinner/id1695946706?i=1000699620487 Listen to our Helping a Picky Eater at Thanksgiving episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mom-whats-for-dinner/id1695946706?i=1000678269342 Mass appeal healthy snack video: https://youtu.be/UgzcJkzeWOY?si=VhwOZWITctCuKzOV Listen to our Dealing with Food and Body Comments at the Holidays episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mom-whats-for-dinner/id1695946706?i=1000680676333  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?We thought we'd bring out this episode from the archives on helping picky eaters (and their parents!) navigate Thanksgiving. All our best tips are rolled into one episode! Be sure to listen before Thanksgiving to have plenty of time to put some of these tips into action! Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?In this week's episode, we are talking about the difference between pediatric feeding disorders and ARFID. Jen gives us her expertise as a feeding therapist and registered dietitian as we explore both pediatric feeding disorders and ARFID in an in depth conversation. Additional Resources: To learn more about pediatric feeding disorders check out the link below! https://journals.lww.com/jpgn/Fulltext/2019/01000/Pediatric_Feeding_Disorder__Consensus_Definition.24.aspx Pediatric Feeding Red Flags: Microsoft Word - Red Flags (Questionnaire version)-Option1-without tag line Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?This week we are talking about all things yogurt. How to pick the right one and some of our favorite combinations when it comes to making yogurt a balanced and delicious breakfast.  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?It's that time of year again...let's not make a big deal about the candy! When we forbid foods, we make our kids MORE obsessed with them. It can be hard to find the right balance of enjoying treats, but we've got some tips for you! Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?On this episode, we are talking about food jagging, which is a common phenomenon among picky eaters. If your child is picky and they only eat a few select foods, then they will drop those foods because they are sick of them. This is an example of food jagging, and this episode is for you! Additional Resources: Food Jagging SOS Feeding Therapy Handout: https://sosapproachtofeeding.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/02/Food-Jags.pdf Listen to our Food chaining episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mom-whats-for-dinner/id1695946706?i=1000652594177   Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?We are firm believers in doing what you can do minimize your impact on the planet so today on the podcast, we are going to be talking about some of the best ways to repurpose leftovers and limit food waste. Lots of these practices are things that we have come up with over the years of time in the kitchen with busy families so they are also ways to spend less time cooking as well as a way to use up extra food so it doesn’t go to waste. Additional Resources: Find Jen’s cookbook Fueling Families here: https://jenbelangernutrition.com/product/fueling-families/ To Enter to win our mandolin give away simply leave us a review on apple podcast and share this episode with a friend, and send us a picture that you shared it to @Momwhatsfordinnerpod on Instagram  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?On this Mom, What's For Dinner? special episode we are talking with Ruth who has been living with ARFID for most of her life. Ruth gives us some valuable insight into what life is like for someone with ARFID. She gives some great advice to parents who think their child might have ARFID, to help put into perspective what your little one with ARFID might be experiencing. If you are the parent of a child with ARFID this is an episode you don't want to miss!  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?Today we are talking about the popular grain-free trend that you might have seen written on certain products in the grocery store. We are going to talk about some of the reasons why someone might chose to go on a grain-free diet, what the benefits and drawbacks of this type of diet might be, and how to make the decision if this type of diet is right for you.Additional Resources:  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?On this week’s episode, we are talking about a popular app that many content creators are using to rate foods in the grocery stores. I am sure we have all seen the videos of people standing in the grocery stores telling you what foods you should get and what foods you should avoid. Well, on this episode, we are going to talk about the Yuka App and whether we think this app is helpful or harmful. Additional Resources: Our information on Yuka came from their website: https://yuka.io/en/   Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?On today’s episode, we are talking about a very common nutrient deficiency condition that we haven’t talked about on the podcast before… anemia. This condition is something that I see in both my pediatric and adolescent clients and we are going to give you the run down on everything you need to know about anemia and more specifically iron deficiency anemia. Additional Resources: Anemia in Children and Teens: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/health-issues/conditions/chronic/Pages/Anemia-and-Your-Child.aspx?gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=69654055&gbraid=0AAAAADyMpZH79R5H4-YbcMEA-I5-Q9__r&gclid=CjwKCAjw6NrBBhB6EiwAvnT_ro_3KGswzYHFBYL2NrE70gZok-XSlT52-9PFUVfvQSrfnnFGaCJDfRoCp8IQAvD_BwE Pump up the Iron: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/teen/nutrition/Pages/Pump-Up-the-Diet-with-Iron.aspx Listen to our Does my child need a multivitamin episode here: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mom-whats-for-dinner/id1695946706?i=1000662388002  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?One of the things that we don’t talk enough about when it comes to our kids and teens is the importance of their bone health. In this episode, we talk about why bone health is so important and some important lifestyle and nutrition aspects that can help your child or teen build strong bones for life. Additional Resources:Adolescence and Bone Health: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32516152/#:~:text=Abstract,term%20monitoring%20of%20bone%20healthThe Effect on Tobacco Smoking on Bone Health:https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6304634/#:~:text=PTH%20is%20a%20hormone%20controlling,)%20%5B30%E2%80%9332%5D.High Consumption of Soft Drinks Associated With Increased Risk of Fractures: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/32092922/ Bone Health: Preventing Osteoporosis: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC2848259/#:~:text=Significant%20bone%20development%20begins%20in,by%20age%2020%20for%20boys.  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?On this week’s episode, we are celebrating summer and finishing up our seasonal meal inspiration series with our final episode, Seasonal Summer Recipe Inspiration. We love doing these recipe inspiration episodes and we love giving you guys suggestions with how to cook more seasonally and take advantage of the produce that is being locally grown in your area. For more information about seasonal produce, visit the link below to the USDA’s seasonal produce guide. At the end of the episode, we do a follow-up segment on our Thrive Market episode that you aren't going to want to miss! Additional Resources:USDA seasonal produce guide: https://snaped.fns.usda.gov/resources/nutrition-education-materials/seasonal-produce-guide  Find Jen’s cookbook Fueling Families here: https://jenbelangernutrition.com/product/fueling-families/  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?This week, we are taking on Thrive Market and talking about whether it is truly cheaper or healthier than comparable products at regular grocery stores. Then we are going to break down a very famous product on the market right now, Poppi. We are going to let you know if this “healthier” soda is worth the hype. Additional resources: https://www.businessinsider.com/guides/kitchen/thrive-market-review#:~:text=The%20bottom%20line&text=I%20wish%20it%20were%20possible,%2C%20veterans%2C%20and%20first%20responders.&text=Mara%20Leighton%20is%20a%20former,shapes%20the%20world%20around%20us. https://thrivemarket.com/c/grass-fed-beef  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?This week on the podcast we are talking about something that everyone has heard of but most people aren't getting enough of...fiber. This nutrient is a powerhouse that has numerous health benefits but it is one of the many nutrients that Americans are simply not getting enough of. We are going to give you the run down on what fiber is, how it benefits our health, the different types of fiber and fiber supplements, and how to increase fiber in our diets the right way. Additional Resources: https://nutrition.org/most-americans-are-not-getting-enough-fiber-in-our-diets/#:~:text=Just%207%25%20of%20adults%20meet,greater%20risk%20for%20heart%20disease.%E2%80%9D https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/nutrition-and-healthy-eating/in-depth/fiber/art-20043983 https://health.clevelandclinic.org/inulin-benefits https://www.healthychildren.org/English/healthy-living/nutrition/Pages/Kids-Need-Fiber-Heres-Why-and-How.aspx#:~:text=If%20you%20find%20it%20helpful,a%20general%20guideline%20for%20children.  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?In this episode, we are giving you all the information you need to know about starting solids through spoon feeding and purees for your baby. While we are big Baby Led Weaning fans, and have done a couple of episodes about this method way back on the pod, this week we talk about why the more traditional way of starting solids may be right for your family compared to Baby Led Weaning. We also give our listeners some much needed life updates and a peek into what is in store for Mom, What's For Dinner? and Jen Belanger Nutrition. Additional Resources:https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/feeding-nutrition/Pages/Starting-Solid-Foods.aspx Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?This week we are talking about some very popular topics, including sugary cereals, the BRAT diet, and spreadable butter vs. real butter. We talk about how to handle sugary cereal and some tips and tricks to making sugary cereal no big deal to kids. Then we go into the best diet for when you or your child has a stomach bug and if you should be following the BRAT diet or not. At the end of the episode, we compare six different plant-based spreadable butters to regular butter to determine which is the best option.  Additional Resources: https://www.oregonclinic.com/resource/diets-brat/ https://www.mayoclinichealthsystem.org/hometown-health/speaking-of-health/best-foods-to-eat-when-you-have-a-stomach-bug  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?The long-awaited episode on GLP-1 medications is finally here. This class of medications was originally created as a treatment for type 2 diabetes, but now it is becoming a popular weight loss drug as weight loss was a common side effect observed in individuals taking the medication for type 2 diabetes treatment. In this episode, we will cover how these medications work in the body and we will talk about the use of GLP-1 medications on children and teens for weight loss. Additional resources: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/13901-glp-1-agonists https://www.health.harvard.edu/staying-healthy/glp-1-diabetes-and-weight-loss-drug-side-effects-ozempic-face-and-more GLP-1 agonists in children- https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC10402718/#:~:text=The%20weight%20loss%20effects%20of,of%20developing%20medullary%20thyroid%20cancer.&text=It%20is%20obvious%20that%20pharmacotherapy,individual%20risk%2Dbenefit%20of%20use.  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?This week we are rereleasing our episode about the Mediterranean Diet with some practical applications of the diet. We have been talking about the Mediterranean diet a lot on the podcast the past few weeks so we thought it would be a good time for a refresher on some easy swaps you can make for your family today. This episode also addresses ways to incorporate more Mediterranean aspects that might work for a picky eater. Lastly, we give lots of Mediterranean diet-inspired recipe ideas to get you started on your Med diet journey. Additional Links:Mediterranean Diet for Beginners: https://www.eatingwell.com/article/291120/mediterranean-diet-for-beginners-everything-you-need-to-get-started/ Find Jen’s cookbook Fueling Families here: https://jenbelangernutrition.com/product/fueling-families/ Find Jen’s A Month of Meals here: https://jenbelangernutrition.com/product/4-week-meal-plan-bundle/ Listen to our “Food Chaining” episode here: https://momwhatsfordinner.buzzsprout.com/2202632/14660563  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?Fertility is a hot topic, so let's talk about some of the best ways to support fertility through nutrition and lifestyle factors. On this week's episode, we talk about the fertility diet study done by Harvard Health, some healthful guidelines around optimizing fertility, and some of the most important nutrients to support fertility in both men and women.Additional resources: https://www.eatright.org/health/pregnancy/fertility-and-reproduction/fertility-foods https://www.health.harvard.edu/blog/fertility-and-diet-is-there-a-connection-2018053113949 https://www.nhs.uk/conditions/infertility/#:~:text=age%20%E2%80%93%20fertility%20declines%20with%20age,affect%20ovulation%20and%20sperm%20production https://news.harvard.edu/gazette/story/2007/11/changes-in-diet-and-lifestyle-may-help-prevent-infertility/ https://awakenlife.ca/iron-deficiency-and-fertility/#:~:text=As%20most%20of%20us%20know,conceive%20cannot%20be%20emphasized%20enough! https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/17099205/#:~:text=In%20female%20reproduction%2C%20folate%20is,care%20and%20treatment%20of%20subfertility. https://www.seattlefertility.com/importance-of-omega-3-fats-for-preconception/#:~:text=Fertility%20Benefits:,counts%20and%20higher%20sperm%20quality.  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?This week we are joined by Occupational Therapist and Feeding Therapist Katie Tower. Katie joins us to talk everything feeding and occupational therapy. Katie answers all of our questions about SOS feeding therapy, common feeding difficulties, and she gives her advice for parents of children who struggle to eat.  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?One of the most common questions Jen gets in her appointments is guidance on how to make a smoothie more nutritious, and what are good smoothie combinations. This episode is your complete guide to smoothie inspiration and how to make a nutritious and delicious smoothie. Additional resources: Find Jen’s cookbook Fueling Families here: https://jenbelangernutrition.com/product/fueling-families/Shop The Ultimate Guide to Creative Snacks here: https://jenbelangernutrition.com/product/album/  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?The gluten-free casein-free diet is a diet that was created to help manage gastrointestinal and behavioral symptoms associated with autism spectrum disorder. The research, however, behind this diet isn’t strong enough to truly determine if it is worth the restrictive nature of a diet like this. Putting your child on a diet like this is truly a personal decision that should be made after considering all the advantages and disadvantages of a highly restrictive diet such as this one. Additional sources: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC7651765/#:~:text=Christison%20and%20Ivany%20%5B65%5D%20reported,and%20casein%20from%20the%20diet.  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?We are continuing our seasonal produce and recipe inspiration series with a spring produce list and some fun recipes to embrace what’s in season right now! Additional Resources: Check out the USDA seasonal produce guide here: https://snaped.fns.usda.gov/resources/nutrition-education-materials/seasonal-produce-guide/spring Find Jen’s cookbook Fueling Families here: https://jenbelangernutrition.com/product/fueling-families/  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?This week, we are talking about Orthorexia, which is a pattern of disordered eating behaviors related to extreme healthy eating and a fear of any foods that are not deemed “clean” by the individual. We talk about signs and symptoms and what are some of the best ways to help someone who may be struggling with these disordered eating behaviors. If you or someone you know has some of these behaviors, please reach out to a registered dietitian or a therapist who can help. Additional sources: https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6370446/#:~:text=Orthorexia%20nervosa%20is%20perhaps%20best,and%20poor%20quality%20of%20life. https://www.nationaleatingdisorders.org/orthorexia/  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?Calling all busy families who feel like they are always running from thing to thing! Who has time to sit down and eat a meal? This fun recipe inspiration episode is full of great on-the-go meal ideas that can be eaten in the car between school, practice, and everything in between. Resources: Find Jen’s cookbook Fueling Families here: https://jenbelangernutrition.com/product/fueling-families/  Find Jen’s A Month of Meals here: https://jenbelangernutrition.com/product/4-week-meal-plan-bundle/  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?This week’s episode is a little different than our past episodes. We are talking about the situations when pressuring kids to eat might actually be helpful. While we always preach about not pressuring, there is some nuance when it comes to pressure around food. Since there are so many different messages on social media about feeding kids, we are also going to address some of those messages and give some examples of Instagram vs reality in this episode. As we discuss in this episode, it is very important to know the right way to approach feeding situations with kids to make sure that meal times stay a positive and stress-free experience.  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?This week’s episode is on a restrictive and temporary diet that was created for individuals with Irritable Bowel Syndrome otherwise known as IBS. Join us for our conversation about why this diet was created, how it works, and what it might look like to go on this diet. One of the most important things to know about the low FODMAP diet is that it is meant to be temporary and should always be done under the supervision of a registered dietitian who can help to make sure there are no nutrient deficiencies happening during the course of the elimination period of the diet.  Additional Resources: Find out more about the low FODMAP diet here: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/fodmap-diet-what-you-need-to-knowhttps://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/treatments/22466-low-fodmap-diet  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?In this week’s episode, we are focusing on Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome, otherwise known as PCOS. While there is still a lot we don't know about PCOS, some of the factors that have been shown to help manage symptoms, decrease the risk of developing related medical conditions, and support an all-around healthy lifestyle are nutrition and physical activity. In our episode, we will educate about PCOS and what it is, and then talk about how you can use physical activity and nutrition to improve your quality of life with PCOS and help manage your symptoms through lifestyle choices. Additional sources: https://www.pcosnutrition.com/about-pcos-nutrition-center/about-pcos/ https://www.massgeneralbrigham.org/en/about/newsroom/articles/nutrition-for-pcos#:~:text=Whole%20grains%2C%20such%20as%20whole,White%20rice https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/wellness-and-prevention/pcos-diet#:~:text=People%20with%20PCOS%20should%20avoid%20these%20foods,steaks%2C%20processed%20luncheon%20meat%20and%20hot%20dogs.  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?This week we are answering some of our most frequently asked listener questions and announcing big news! Our listener questions include topics like organic foods, introducing allergens to babies, superfoods, and omega-3 supplementation as a possible treatment for children with ADHD. Remember you can always message us with your questions @momwhatsfordinnerpod on Instagram or by using the link below.  Additional links: Visit the Mom, What’s For Dinner Instagram here: https://www.instagram.com/momwhatsfordinnerpod?igshid=YzVkODRmOTdmMw== Find out more about organic here: https://www.usda.gov/media/blog/2012/03/22/organic-101-what-usda-organic-label-meanshttps://www.todaysdietitian.com/newarchives/070113p28.shtml Find out more about Omega 3 as a treatment for ADHD here: https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/21961774/#:~:text=Results%3A%20Ten%20trials%20involving%20699,significantly%20correlated%20with%20supplement%20efficacy.  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?Happy Valentines Day! As a fun holiday episode we decided to talk about the history of chocolate! This is one of our favorites because we are both huge chocolate fans. Then we talk a little bit about some of the ethical struggles of the chocolate industry and highlight some of the ways that we can support ethical chocolate companies, including Tony's Chocolonely. Additional Resources: The history of chocolate- https://kids.nationalgeographic.com/history/article/the-secret-history-of-chocolate#:~:text=1500s,big%20change%E2%80%94to%20add%20sugar.Fairtrade chocolate- https://www.fairtradeamerica.org/shop-fairtrade/fairtrade-products/chocolate/?gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiA0--6BhCBARIsADYqyL9ZF4DxAjLEheRBx8VjlID6QMO-vEeskb3OGQPpMKgWeD34Qn96G4IaAkUUEALw_wcB Buy the change you want to see book- Buy the Change You Want to See: Use Your Purchasing Power to Make the World a Better Place: Mosbacher Morris, Jane, Paris, Wendy: 9780143133216: Amazon.com: Books Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?Heavy metals in baby food has been a big deal for a while now, but we thought it was finally time to address it, why it happens, and what you can do to limit your child's exposure to heavy metals. While it might seem scary to hear that there are heavy metals in our food, there are a few different ways you can limit the amount of exposure your child gets. In this episode, we also talk a little bit about organic baby food and whether that is an effective way to limit heavy metal exposure in children.  Additional Resources: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/ages-stages/baby/feeding-nutrition/Pages/Metals-in-Baby-Food.aspx https://health.clevelandclinic.org/should-parents-be-worried-about-toxic-heavy-metals-in-baby-food https://hbbf.org/sites/default/files/2022-12/BabyFoodReport_ENGLISH_R6_0.pdf  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?This week we are talking about some popular nutrition related prenatal conditions. We are going to be talking about morning sickness and nausea, heartburn, gestational diabetes, constipation and preeclampsia. In addition to explaining what these conditions are and why they happen we also talk about some of the best things you can do to help manage these conditions with your diet. Additional Resources: Mayo Clinic on morning sickness: https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/morning-sickness/diagnosis-treatment/drc-20375260 Cleveland clinic on Heartburn during pregnancy: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/12011-heartburn-during-pregnancy Mayo clinic on Constipation: https://my.clevelandclinic.org/health/diseases/21895-pregnancy-constipation American Pregnancy association on preeclampsia: https://americanpregnancy.org/healthy-pregnancy/pregnancy-complications/preeclampsia/ Johns Hopkins on Gestational diabetes: https://www.hopkinsmedicine.org/health/conditions-and-diseases/diabetes/gestational-diabetes Pelvic floor episode- https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mom-whats-for-dinner/id1695946706?i=1000641015037  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?This is our first introduction episode into prenatal nutrition. This week we are talking about the basics when it comes to important nutrients to consume when you are pregnant and what each of these nutrients do for both mom and baby. We also talk about some general guidance around eating when you are pregnant and then we go into detail about prenatal vitamins. We compare three popular prenatal supplement brands including Ritual, FullWell, and Needed. Additional Resources: Nutrition Through the Lifecycle by Judith Brown March of Dimes- https://www.marchofdimes.org/find-support/topics/pregnancy/eating-healthy-during-pregnancy?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwk8e1BhALEiwAc8MHiJfQQ5wMjLbqrNsxbJQ_mNB91sNcwqgFbWT_V1XxaykGC8GIZN-F6RoCLrQQAvD_BwE Mayo clinic: https://www.mayoclinic.org/healthy-lifestyle/pregnancy-week-by-week/in-depth/pregnancy-nutrition/art-20045082 Prenatal Nutrition Handout: https://jenbelangernutrition.com/prenatal-and-lactation-handouts/  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?Today we are talking about two of the most popular nutrition trends across social media right now, raw milk and seed oils. Is raw milk really the next miracle health food? Do you really need to avoid seed oils at all costs? These two trends are just the tip of the iceberg when it comes to the nutrition misinformation circulating online. We are going to set the record straight and give you the science behind what the safest thing is for your families when it comes to drinking raw milk and consuming seed oils. Spoiler alert: don't let the hype online get to you!  Additional Resources: Eatwell on Seed oils- https://www.eatingwell.com/seeds-oils-inflammation-study-8740767#:~:text=The%20Bottom%20Line,cutting%20out%20a%20food%20entirely. Raw milk Resources: https://www.healthychildren.org/English/healthy-living/nutrition/Pages/Raw-Milk-Dangers-What-Parents-Need-to-Know.aspx?_gl=1*7c0b7a*_ga*MTI3NzA5NjY4MC4xNjM5NDkyNjc3*_ga_FD9D3XZVQQ*MTcyMDAzMTE5NS4xMjk2LjEuMTcyMDAzMTU2OC4wLjAuMA..&_ga=2.11711924.1291720242.1719836022-1277096680.1639492677&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQiAsOq6BhDuARIsAGQ4-zgbYyb4lgQ5ZPPEQ4S8sYtZrV7MusK3AZ9Zyeworfn2ojFaUGZ2iDkaAiitEALw_wcB https://www.fda.gov/food/buy-store-serve-safe-food/dangers-raw-milk-unpasteurized-milk-can-pose-serious-health-risk  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?This week we are talking about prediabetes in teens. There is so much to cover on this topic including what it is prediabetes and what is happening in the body when we develop prediabetes. We also talk about some of the typical lifestyle changes that Jen suggests to clients to help them manage and improve their health when they are living with prediabetes. Additional resources: Abbott on Prediabetes: https://www.nutritionnews.abbott/nutrition-care/chronic-conditions/tips-for-reducing-prediabetes-risk-in-adolescents-and-young-adults/#:~:text=Prediabetes%20is%20increasingly%20affecting%20children,diagnosis%20can%20oftentimes%20be%20reversed. Children's hospital of Philadelphia: https://www.chop.edu/news/health-tip/prediabetes-what-you-should-know#:~:text=According%20to%20the%20CDC%2C%201,development%20of%20Type%202%20diabetes.  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment. 

Suggestions, Comments, or Questions?Happy New Year! This week Jen and Izzy are giving you a list of all of the seasonal produce that is in season during the winter months. We also share some recipe inspiration using seasonal produce to get you inspired to cook meals at home this new year. We are so excited about this episode and what's to come on the podcast this year! Additional resources: Find Jen’s cookbook Fueling Families here: https://jenbelangernutrition.com/product/fueling-families/ Find Jen’s Fall Meal Plan Here: https://jenbelangernutrition.com/product/the-fueling-families-complete-7-day-meal-plan/  Disclaimer: Any information that I discuss on this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and should not be taken as medical advice. Please always talk with your doctor before making any serious changes to your or your child's diet. Through this podcast, I am not conducting nutrition counseling or treatment.